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Cole County commissioners report United Way results, time capsule plans and an employee school-supply drive
Summary
County staff reported net proceeds from the United Way golf tournament, discussed placing a county time capsule, and a staff member proposed a voluntary employee school-supply drive for dependents; commissioners expressed support and asked staff to proceed with announcements and coordination.
County staff updated the commission on community and employee initiatives during the July 21 meeting.
A staff member reported the United Way golf tournament attracted 21 teams and netted about $14,000 after expenses, an increase from last year. The staff member thanked volunteers and noted CDW donated iPads used as raffle prizes.
The chair asked commissioners to consider items for a Cole County time capsule that will be placed at the base of a local statue; commissioners were asked to suggest items or a proclamation.
A staff member proposed a voluntary school-supply drive for county employees to support their dependents. She reported survey feedback (14 yes, 5 no, 1 undecided, 3 non-responses), outlined a discreet request-tracking method that uses coded tags so recipients remain anonymous, and said participation would be voluntary and done on personal time.
Why it matters: the items reflect community engagement and internal employee support; the school-supply drive aims to ease a cost burden for employees with school-age dependents.
Next steps: staff will circulate details on the school-supply drive and solicit suggestions for the time capsule.
